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Sending your letter
By Post
It is very powerful to send a printed out or hand-written letter through the post. Send to:
By Email
A personally written email is also very effective. Send the email to:
Writing guide
Introduce
Address them as “Dear MP not found”, or “Dear MP not found”
Introduce yourself and say something about your family, community, or your faith.
Congratulate them on winning the election and retaining their seat.
Ask
Ask them if they support the commitments made by the Government and the Opposition to protect religious freedom.
You may choose to mention one or all of these commitments:
- That “religious freedom will not go backwards”, as the PM promised.
- Progressing a religious discrimination bill in collaboration with faith leaders.
- Protecting the right of faith-based organisations – including schools – to employ staff based on faith.
Conclude
Assure them you are praying for them as they serve the community (make sure you do pray!)
Include your name and address, so they know you are a member of their electorate.
Example letter
This letter is provided as an example. It is always best to write your own letter, however this example is based on a few of the discussion points above and is provided to help you start.
If you are basing your letter off this template, make sure you replace the sections in **{brackets}**
Dear ,
****{Introduce yourself and say something about your family, community, or your faith}****
I am writing to inquire about your stance on the commitments made by both the Government and the Opposition regarding the protection of religious freedom. Both major parties promised to progress a religious discrimination bill in collaboration with faith leaders and to protect the right of faith-based organisations, including schools, to employ staff based on faith. The Prime Minister assured citizens that "religious freedom will not go backwards." As an independent member of Parliament, your support could be crucial in safeguarding these freedoms.
Given the significance of religious freedom in Australia, it is important for constituents like myself to understand where you stand on these matters. I respectfully ask if you will support these commitments and work towards protecting the rights of individuals and organisations to practice their faith without fear of discrimination.
Please know that I am praying for you as you take on this important role in Parliament. Your leadership and decisions hold great significance for the communities you represent, and your efforts are appreciated.
****{enter your name and address.}****
Authorised by Mike Southon, Freedom for Faith, 168 Chalmers St, Surry Hills NSW